This celebrity became even more popular after being exposed of having multiple girlfriends-Chapter 37 - Entrusted
Chapter 37: Chapter 37 Entrusted
Chapter 37 -37 Entrusted
But despite being displeased, Wu Mu still came.
While they were still “guessing” who the guest star might be, Wu Mu and Lin Qingyue’s group appeared on the pathway in front of the hotel.
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“Who is it, who is it?” Lu Yao craned her neck to look over.
When the people at a distance came a bit closer, she was instantly dazzled, “Wow, it really is Wu Mu. He’s so handsome.”
He was indeed a bit excessively handsome, the kind that stands out in a crowd.
Zhang Haoran felt even more hostility in his heart. With someone that much more handsome than him, wouldn’t he just look like a supporting role in comparison later?
Wang Xiaotian continued to play it up, “Where’s the handsome part, where’s the handsome part? Can he be as handsome as me?”
Lu Yao looked at him with sympathy, “Xiaotian, it’s one thing to lie to us, but don’t lie to yourself.”
“You traitor! Whose side are you on?” Wang Xiaotian accused.
“But he is indeed handsome.”
Lu Yao gazed at Wu Mu with starry eyes. She had previously thought that Haoran was already handsome enough, but compared to Wu Mu, it was a complete contrast in levels.
While they argued, Wu Mu had already arrived at the scene, surrounded by the program’s camera crew.
Wu Mu greeted them with a smile, “Hello everyone, I’m Wu Mu, the guest star for this episode.”
Zhang Lifeng nodded steadily, “Hello, I’m Zhang Lifeng.”
Zhang Haoran nodded in what seemed like calmness but didn’t say anything.
Lu Yao didn’t have the lively demeanor she had when chatting with her teammates earlier. She nodded timidly; she was the typical strong-jawed type who lets loose in front of friends but becomes shy and only criticizes people internally when faced with strangers.
Only Wang Xiaotian jumped out directly, “Wu Mu? Weren’t you blacklisted? Why are you on our show?”
Though the words sounded quite aggressive, having watched the previous episodes, Wu Mu knew this was just setting up a good opening with a prompt for a retort. If managed well, both of them would have a nice introduction shot.
Creating effects was Wu Mu’s forte too. He feigned surprise and said, “Huh? Teacher Xiaotian, when was I blacklisted?”
Wang Xiaotian expressed his confusion with a brief sound, “Didn’t you post that on Weibo yourself?”
Wu Mu shook his head solemnly, “No such thing. Star Electronics already responded to me, and they never blacklisted me. Come to think of it, it really does seem like a waking illusion of mine due to lack of sleep. The program team never asked me to withdraw; it was my own sleepwalking that caused it.”
“Haha.” Lu Yao laughed out loud. Realizing everyone’s attention had shifted to her, she quickly covered her mouth and shrank back down.
Nearby, Zhang Lifeng, Lin Qingyue, and the program crew members also chuckled slightly. Their first impression of Wu Mu was positive, feeling he was quite entertaining.
Wang Xiaotian almost couldn’t suppress his laughter, keeping a straight face, “With your mental state so serious, why are you still on the show? You should go see a doctor.”
Wu Mu spread his hands, “No money. I still have to compensate Star Electronics over a billion dollars in liquidated damages.”
Amid that billion-plus, seventy to eighty million was for endorsement fees and breach of contract, with another hefty sum for alleged brand damage compensation.
Seeing the two still on this topic, Lin Qingyue helplessly interjected with a smile, “Hey, you two, pay attention to the impact. I’d rather not have the show receive a lawyer’s letter.”
After everyone had introduced themselves and gotten acquainted, she stepped in to steer the program back on track.
“All clerks are present, so next, I will announce this episode’s commission.”
She pulled out a small piece of paper, “The client for this episode is a college junior who has had a wish since childhood—to have a boyfriend or family member who is a celebrity. She wants the program team to help fulfill this wish, and today happens to be her twenty-first birthday. She would like our agency to join her in celebrating.”
As soon as Lin Qingyue finished speaking, Wang Xiaotian exclaimed, “This task suits me perfectly! Speaking of celebrity boyfriends, who in this circle could be more suitable than me?”
His words made Lu Yao, who was huddling at the side, unable to hold back, “Who says so? I think I fit the bill perfectly too.”
Wang Xiaotian looked at her disdainfully, “The girl wants a boyfriend, why are you competing with me?”
Lu Yao blurted out, “I can be her girlfriend.”
Wang Xiaotian gave her a look like she was an idiot, “Who would want you as a girlfriend?”
Lin Qingyue interjected, “The client actually does. She specifically left a note—preferring Haoran and being okay with Ah Yao, but not wanting Teacher Xiaotian.”
Wang Xiaotian was infuriated, “What does she mean by this! Why is Ah Yao acceptable, but not me!?”
When Zhang Haoran heard that the client specifically chose him, he immediately stood taller and glanced at Wu Mu with a sense of pride.
*What good is being handsome? She still chose me.*
*He suddenly realized he put too much stock in Wu Mu. This was his home turf; what use was there in Wu Mu coming? The long-time audience still preferred him.*
He proactively spoke up, “Director Lin, the client needs just one boyfriend, right? How do we choose from so many people?”
Lin Qingyue laughed, “The clerk who finds the client first takes charge, the others assist.”
She raised the paper in her hand, “The client’s address is written on this paper. Who should I give it to…”
She scanned the five clerks in front of her, “Let’s see, it’s too hard to choose just one among you five. How about you each perform a little talent for the group? Whoever earns everyone’s recognition gets the paper.”
Wang Xiaotian was the first to jump up, afraid others would snatch the opportunity. “Director Lin, let me tell you a joke. If you find it funny, give me the paper!”
Before anyone else could stop him, he began, “This happened in April, when I took my 3-year-old son…”
Lu Yao expressed her surprise, “Xiaotian, when did you have a son?”
Wang Xiaotian glared at her, “It’s a story, a joke story! Don’t interrupt!”
“Oh, oh.” Lu Yao retracted her neck.
Wang Xiaotian continued, “So, that time, I took my son to see a movie—Director Lin’s father’s ‘Long Night.’ While checking tickets, the cinema attendant told me, ‘If the child gets noisy, we’ll ask you to leave and refund your ticket.’ And then, halfway through the movie, I found it boring, so I sneakily pinched my son’s bottom…”
“Hahaha, Xiaotian, you’re too bad.” Lu Yao laughed so hard she could barely stand up straight. However, after laughing for a while and hearing no one else laughing, she turned to see everyone’s expressionless faces.
She quickly stopped laughing, straightened up, “What a lousy joke, not funny at all.”
Then she complained to Lin Qingyue, “Sister Qingyue, he said your dad’s movie wasn’t good.”
Lin Qingyue looked at her speechlessly, then directly crossed her arms in front of Wang Xiaotian, “No way, next.”
Lu Yao confidently stepped forward, “Sister Qingyue, it’s my turn! I’ll perform a dance for everyone.”
Lu Yao performed a hot dance for everyone—she had genuinely excellent dance skills, full of energy.
Yet, Lin Qingyue still shook her head.
Then Zhang Haoran sang a song, and Zhang Lifeng recited a monologue.
Still, none of it made Lin Qingyue nod.
At this point, Wu Mu understood what was happening. The talent performance was just a gimmick for the show; Lin Qingyue did not intend to directly give the address away.
*Given it could impact future camera scenes, it wouldn’t be determined so lightly.*
*Presumably, they would decide the outcome with some mini-game later,* Wu Mu guessed internally.
However…
He stepped forward, “Director Lin, let me give it a try.”
